Jena

Jena

Shifter Jena Iuliano Speaks on Anxiety

Registered Provisional Psychologist

Like all Shift Psychologists, Jena is trained in the Shift Protocol, which is the highly effective blending of two well-researched approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Bi-Lateral Stimulation (BLS). She also has experience in Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

THE BASICS

What is your name/nicknames?

The majority of my friends call me Yena because I made the mistake of telling them the story of how my high school physics teacher mispronounced my name for an entire semester and I was too shy to correct him.

What do you do at Shift?

I am a provisional psychologist at Shift psychological with a passion for working in addictions.

What are your academic credentials?

Bachelor of Science with a specialization in Psychology with completion of the Industrial Internship of Psychology (University of Alberta, 2014)

Masters of Counselling Psychology (City University of Seattle, 2017)

Do you have any pets?

I could not imagine life without a furry companion by my side. I have a 12-year-old, black lab named Brody. He still has the energy of a puppy and loves to hog the bed.

Who or what inspires you and why?

This may sound weird but my own fears inspire me. Whenever I feel that creeping discomfort from something that is outside of my comfort zone it just makes me want to conquer it. I recently noticed that heights were uncomfortable for me so I went zip lining, bungee jumping and rock climbing and now I’m not as bothered by it. Next, I would love to do some skydiving. A bit of exposure therapy for the soul I suppose.

Specialty Populations/Issues:

My speciality areas are helping individuals overcome depression, anxiety, life transitions, addiction, and stress, as well as shame.

THE RANDOM

What is your favourite food?

I think I’d be cast out of the family if I did not say my Nonna’s (grandma’s) cooking. She makes the best Chicken Parmesan and pasta sauce but I’m sure every Italian would argue that their Nonna’s is better. I’m also a massive sucker for a good bowl of Ramen.

What is a skill you are working on currently?

I am currently working on trying to be more conscious of the waste I produce in order to be more environmentally friendly. Also working on diminishing my screen time so I have more time to read.

What do you do in your spare time?

I am a very high energy person so you can usually catch me in the gym working out or at a Muay Thai or Jiu-Jitsu class. In the summertime, you can find me in the mountains hiking, boating at my favourite lake, or camping with my friends. I also love to wind down by reading books, playing video games or getting together for board game nights with my friends and family.

What is your dream car?

A classic 1970 Dodge Challenger. I saw one in a movie once and have been obsessed ever since.

What is your go-to for a good laugh?

I love to get my friends together to hit up a karaoke bar for the evening. We are by no means good singers but it’s always a good time to get a bit silly.

THE VITALS

Jena takes a positive, strength-based, approach and has worked with individuals, families and youth of all ages. She also enjoys coaching clients through identity and interpersonal challenges, to improve their personal performance in all areas of their life and to live more authentically. With an open-minded and humorous style, she quickly establishes rapport and helps motivate her clients to improve their lives and create a joy-filled existence. Jena is a very active and easy going person and feels strongly about LGBTQ* rights and empowering clients. When she is not immersed in creating magnificent mental fitness for clients, you can find her kicking ass in a Muay Thai gym or pretending to be a rock-star at karaoke. She also really loves finding new, delicious places to eat, travelling and climbing the occasional mountain.

AT A GLANCE

South Edmonton Location

9148 23 Ave NW #203, Edmonton, AB T6N 1H9

South Edmonton Common is Canada’s largest retail power centre, and when fully developed, it will spread over 320 acres and contain some 2,300,000 square feet of retail space, making it the largest open-air retail development in North America. The Common is located in south Edmonton, Alberta extending from 23rd Avenue south to Anthony Henday Drive, and east from Gateway Boulevard to Parsons Road.

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